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Was craving sushi and finally got to check this spot out. The menu is pretty big for a sushi restaurant which was surprising. The restaurant is small inside but has patio seating. Since we are getting to colder weather this can be a little bit of a problem as the inside will get more crowded. We were able to seat ourselves anywhere and service was really quick. My husband and I got miso soup each and three rolls to share. It was enough food for two people and pretty reasonably priced. I do feel like because it started to get busy we got rushed out to clear the table for more people. While I understand needing the space it could have been dealt with better. The waitress came back to us and just asked if we were ready to pay because we were sitting there talking after finishing our food.
I had tried Maru in East, but hadn't yet tried Maru Nations until a few days ago. After having something to do every single day after work last week, I opted to order in and decided on Maru. I got a miso soup, tempura veggie appetizer, crunch shrimp (which was a BOGO free), and a pink lady roll. I am glad that Maru put the lid on the soup well because it arrived completely upside down, and not a drop spilled. The miso was fine, 2 small pieces of tofu and some green onion. It lack some flavor, even for miso which is typically pretty mild. The tempura veggies only come with 1 piece of each veggie and the asparagus is only 1/2 a stalk - so not the best value only getting 5 items and wouldn't be ideal to share. However, the sauce that came with it was good and had a great level of sweetness. The crunch roll was pretty standard, and needed to be dipped into soy. The Pink Lady roll was my preferred roll. I thought the spicy crab was yummy and enjoyed the sauces on the top. The tuna tasted good as well. Clearly, dining in is always a better experience, but I don't think that would have changed the flavors or portion sizes. Overall, I enjoyed my meal but might order differently next time!
I dined in at Maru Nations - West Nashville on Tuesday, 11/21/23 at 6:30 P.M. The restaurant is conveniently located and easy to spot. Despite it being a busy evening, we didn't have to wait long for our table. Our server promptly provided us with menus and took our drink orders. The modern rustic decor of the restaurant sets a cozy ambiance, albeit a bit loud. Their extensive menu offers a range of sushi and Japanese cuisine that is sure to please any palate. We sampled several dishes, with a few standouts including beef fried rice, hamachi Kama, and a selection of sushi rolls. The beef fried rice was a flavor-packed dish, perfectly cooked with a fried egg, beef, and mixed vegetables. The Hamachi Kama, also known as yellowtail collar, is a tender cut of meat taken from the space between the gills and the head. It is charbroiled to perfection, giving it a slight charred flavor, and served with a delectable house sauce. Each bite was succulent, exploding with the sweetness of the meat. Their sushi options are quite impressive, offering a variety of special rolls, all priced under $20. I tried the Dragon and Tiger rolls, both of which were delicious. The Dragon roll composed of eel and cucumber topped with avocado, eel sauce, and tobiko, while the Tiger roll featured fried shrimp and spicy tuna topped with eel, avocado, and eel sauce. The rolls were well-constructed, remaining intact with each bite, and the perfect balance of rice and topping made each mouthful a delight. Overall, Maru Nations - West Nashville is a treasure trove of culinary delights. The food and service are exceptional, and the convenience of on-site parking, particularly given its proximity to the downtown area, is a definite plus. The prices are reasonable, striking a good balance with the quality of food offered, and the staff are notably friendly and welcoming. The restaurant operates three locations (East Nashville, West Nashville, and Hendersonville), ensuring accessibility for all patrons. As with many Japanese restaurants, they observe a midday break, so be sure to plan your visit accordingly. The experience at Maru Nations is well worth it.
Was craving sushi and found this place via Yelp. Being new to the area and state with my hometown being in California there are amazing sushi places back home that have set my standards high. The drive wasn't too far and there is accessible onsite parking. I walked in and sat at the bar. My order was taken promptly. To prepare the palate I ordered a Sapporo (Japanese beer) and then proceeded to take my time looking at the menu. In the end I ordered two fried rolls and one salmon lover roll. The portions were generous and the sushi was excellent. I liked the sauce and the flavors which added to the sushi. Pros: food is great and the service prompt. Great atmosphere and vibes. The pricing for 3 different rolls and a beer was around 50 bucks so not the cheapest meal but if you're coming hungry and with others or on a date splitting is not bad. Definitely a great sushi place to add to your date night/ catch up or hang out list.
Really enjoyed this casual date night spot. The sushi was pretty good and they had a big selection of different rolls to choose from. We did have to wait about 8-10 minutes before given menus, but they were very busy and once we were greeted by our waiter he was great. We had 3 different rolls. Hot night, volcano, and the pink lady. All were very good but the hot night had to be my favorite! Would definitely come back to this place the next time I'm craving sushi!
Visited Nov 21, 2023. Omg, such a cute, little spot! Inside appearance is better than out. My family came here unintentionally due to long wait times at Sonobana. If you're a regular at Sonobana, this place would absolutely be worth trying because it's only 9 minutes away from them and hardly any wait times! My party ordered quite a spread and were pleased with each dish's flavor. The ambience is bright, clean, & cozy. The service is quick/helpful, along with ample private lot parking + street parking. Thrilled to come back for another round!
This might be the best sushi take out in Nashville. I've tried lots of different sushi places on Uber eats but Maru is always so fresh with the best sushi roll options.
My favorite place in Nashville for sushi hands down!! Plus we always have the friendliest and fastest service. I don't even want more people to figure out about this place so it doesn't get more crowded!
best sushi i've ever had! and i've been to tokyo. i had the crunch mochi roll and the wild cow roll. crunch mochi is THE best sushi roll, and i loooved the flavors of the wild cow, unlike anything i had before. seaweed salad belongs in sushi! the service was amazing, we really loved the waiter and waitress. this would be a great date night spot, but all sushi lovers should check it out. can't wait to come back!
My boyfriend and I are new to the neighborhood and were really excited to check out Maru! We are already looking forward to going back. We started with wine and edamame. For the entree, we tried the Crispy Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Crunch Mania Roll. All of the rolls were delicious, and it's hard to pick a favorite. There was only one person covering all of the tables, so the service was delayed. (Not a criticism of the waiter by any means, he was working incredibly hard.) I'd recommend asking for anything you think you'll need while ordering. Overall, it's a cute spot with delicious food!
4 months ago
Maru is so good! Their appetizers and sushi rolls are fantastic. Their staff is amazing too everyone is so sweet there. I don't know why I don't go more often! The Baja Fresh roll is my fav. read more
Maru is a great casual spot with a nice patio. The sushi is always fresh and delicious, and we really enjoyed the Tuna Lover Roll. It's a great place for a relaxed meal with friends or family, and we'll definitely be back for more sushi! read more
Was craving sushi and finally got to check this spot out. The menu is pretty big for a sushi restaurant which was surprising. The restaurant is small inside but has patio seating. Since we are getting to colder weather this can be a little bit of a problem as the inside will get more crowded. We were able to seat ourselves anywhere and service was really quick. My husband and I got miso soup each and three rolls to share. It was enough food for two people and pretty reasonably priced. I do feel like because it started to get busy we got rushed out to clear the table for more people. While I understand needing the space it could have been dealt with better. The waitress came back to us and just asked if we were ready to pay because we were sitting there talking after finishing our food. read more
I had tried Maru in East, but hadn't yet tried Maru Nations until a few days ago. After having something to do every single day after work last week, I opted to order in and decided on Maru. I got a miso soup, tempura veggie appetizer, crunch shrimp (which was a BOGO free), and a pink lady roll. I am glad that Maru put the lid on the soup well because it arrived completely upside down, and not a drop spilled. The miso was fine, 2 small pieces of tofu and some green onion. It lack some flavor, even for miso which is typically pretty mild. The tempura veggies only come with 1 piece of each veggie and the asparagus is only 1/2 a stalk - so not the best value only getting 5 items and wouldn't be ideal to share. However, the sauce that came with it was good and had a great level of sweetness. The crunch roll was pretty standard, and needed to be dipped into soy. The Pink Lady roll was my preferred roll. I thought the spicy crab was yummy and enjoyed the sauces on the top. The tuna tasted good as well. Clearly, dining in is always a better experience, but I don't think that would have changed the flavors or portion sizes. Overall, I enjoyed my meal but might order differently next time! read more
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I dined in at Maru Nations - West Nashville on Tuesday, 11/21/23 at 6:30 P.M. The restaurant is conveniently located and easy to spot. Despite it being a busy evening, we didn't have to wait long for our table. Our server promptly provided us with menus and took our drink orders. The modern rustic decor of the restaurant sets a cozy ambiance, albeit a bit loud. Their extensive menu offers a range of sushi and Japanese cuisine that is sure to please any palate. We sampled several dishes, with a few standouts including beef fried rice, hamachi Kama, and a selection of sushi rolls. The beef fried rice was a flavor-packed dish, perfectly cooked with a fried egg, beef, and mixed vegetables. The Hamachi Kama, also known as yellowtail collar, is a tender cut of meat taken from the space between the gills and the head. It is charbroiled to perfection, giving it a slight charred flavor, and served with a delectable house sauce. Each bite was succulent, exploding with the sweetness of the meat. Their sushi options are quite impressive, offering a variety of special rolls, all priced under $20. I tried the Dragon and Tiger rolls, both of which were delicious. The Dragon roll composed of eel and cucumber topped with avocado, eel sauce, and tobiko, while the Tiger roll featured fried shrimp and spicy tuna topped with eel, avocado, and eel sauce. The rolls were well-constructed, remaining intact with each bite, and the perfect balance of rice and topping made each mouthful a delight. Overall, Maru Nations - West Nashville is a treasure trove of culinary delights. The food and service are exceptional, and the convenience of on-site parking, particularly given its proximity to the downtown area, is a definite plus. The prices are reasonable, striking a good balance with the quality of food offered, and the staff are notably friendly and welcoming. The restaurant operates three locations (East Nashville, West Nashville, and Hendersonville), ensuring accessibility for all patrons. As with many Japanese restaurants, they observe a midday break, so be sure to plan your visit accordingly. The experience at Maru Nations is well worth it. read more
Was craving sushi and found this place via Yelp. Being new to the area and state with my hometown being in California there are amazing sushi places back home that have set my standards high. The drive wasn't too far and there is accessible onsite parking. I walked in and sat at the bar. My order was taken promptly. To prepare the palate I ordered a Sapporo (Japanese beer) and then proceeded to take my time looking at the menu. In the end I ordered two fried rolls and one salmon lover roll. The portions were generous and the sushi was excellent. I liked the sauce and the flavors which added to the sushi. Pros: food is great and the service prompt. Great atmosphere and vibes. The pricing for 3 different rolls and a beer was around 50 bucks so not the cheapest meal but if you're coming hungry and with others or on a date splitting is not bad. Definitely a great sushi place to add to your date night/ catch up or hang out list. read more
2 years ago
Really enjoyed this casual date night spot. The sushi was pretty good and they had a big selection of different rolls to choose from. We did have to wait about 8-10 minutes before given menus, but they were very busy and once we were greeted by our waiter he was great. We had 3 different rolls. Hot night, volcano, and the pink lady. All were very good but the hot night had to be my favorite! Would definitely come back to this place the next time I'm craving sushi! read more
Visited Nov 21, 2023. Omg, such a cute, little spot! Inside appearance is better than out. My family came here unintentionally due to long wait times at Sonobana. If you're a regular at Sonobana, this place would absolutely be worth trying because it's only 9 minutes away from them and hardly any wait times! My party ordered quite a spread and were pleased with each dish's flavor. The ambience is bright, clean, & cozy. The service is quick/helpful, along with ample private lot parking + street parking. Thrilled to come back for another round! read more
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best sushi i've ever had! and i've been to tokyo. i had the crunch mochi roll and the wild cow roll. crunch mochi is THE best sushi roll, and i loooved the flavors of the wild cow, unlike anything i had before. seaweed salad belongs in sushi! the service was amazing, we really loved the waiter and waitress. this would be a great date night spot, but all sushi lovers should check it out. can't wait to come back! read more
My boyfriend and I are new to the neighborhood and were really excited to check out Maru! We are already looking forward to going back. We started with wine and edamame. For the entree, we tried the Crispy Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Crunch Mania Roll. All of the rolls were delicious, and it's hard to pick a favorite. There was only one person covering all of the tables, so the service was delayed. (Not a criticism of the waiter by any means, he was working incredibly hard.) I'd recommend asking for anything you think you'll need while ordering. Overall, it's a cute spot with delicious food! read more
My favorite satellite Maru, but with that stated you can't go wrong with any of this small business success story of the two hard working folks Rita and Harry. Please give them your patronage and you love with kindness. The food as always was amazing and fresh. My new favorite is the sushi burrito! The atmosphere is chill and super welcoming, so I recommend if your in the area or not in the area make the effort to try this wonderful spot in the nations. Incredible place owned by incredible people living the American dream, one dream at a time... Love and all the success my friends! read more
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I've gotten takeout from Maru a few times before, and my experience has always been great. The food is always packaged well, prepared quickly, and so far I've never had any mistakes. Everything on the menu is pretty moderately priced in comparison to other sushi places in town as well, which is why this has become a go to spot. I ordered the crunch mania and hot night rolls as well as a side of miso soup. Both rolls were great portion sizes and the fish tasted fresh, especially on the crunch mania. I'm not always a fan of deep fried rolls, but the combination of flavors in the hot night roll were delicious. Miso soup was pretty standard and had good flavor as well. I have yet to eat here in person, but if the takeout is this good I can only imagine how good it must be for dine in. I will definitely be stopping by again soon! read more
3 years ago
Nice casual dining sushi restaurant. They do have a parking lot. The place is always clean. Service is great but I usually set at the bar. I have had many rolls there my only complaint is they don't have many totally raw sushi rolls, many of them have some cooked aspect to them. The chirashi bowl is what I got this visit and it was fantastic, so much I couldn't finish it all. It is a chefs choice bowl and two of mine had been lightly seasoned and seared, all delicious. They have a good saki list too! They also have a Bibimbap bowl that if you dine in you can get in a lava bowl, I highly recommend as it crisps the rice on the edges of the bowl! read more
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Great sushi for a great price. Most places in Nashville charge an arm and a leg for okay-tasting sushi. I've been here a handful of times based on a friend's recommendation, who is picky about sushi after living in LA and Chicago for years. They do not take reservations from what I understand, but the service is very quick so you won't be waiting long even if you just walk in, even though it can get crowded. read more
2 years ago
Love this place! It's so good. Me and my roomies get it at least once a week. Takeout is just as good too read more
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2 years ago
Needed a go-to sushi place close to home & found this place. Great taste on all that we had. It was busy but food came out in a decent time & was amazing. Soft shell crab as an appetizer, Hot Night & Dynamite sushi was great. Will be back. Not the biggest building but decent seating. read more
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